Maternity Unit, Nelson Hospital 

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) formerly NMDHB 

• Temporary 0.7FTE covering parental leave until late December 2023
• Enthusiastic and friendly team

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

We have a temporary position available, working 56 hours a fortnight, rostered and rotating across morning, afternoon & night shifts.

As a Registered Nurse or Midwife you will be part of our dedicated midwifery environment with full support.

We are an enthusiastic and friendly team with a commitment to providing childbearing women with optimal healthcare through women-centred and appropriate clinical assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and education.

This position may support a nurse into a career in midwifery, women - s health or neonatal health.

The full-time equivalent salary this role is $65,022 to $84,153 based on the current MERAS dependent on skills, experience, and registration in NZ.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will be a NZ Registered Nurse or Midwife, with a current NZNC or Midwifery practising certificate and post-registration experience. You will also be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and time management skills and a commitment to quality.

Te Whatu Ora staff must have completed their primary course of NZ approved COVID-19 vaccines as they have direct contact with patients and members of the public.

 Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs,  but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxkHJ5YAn59o6SrhnA 

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.

The Nelson Tasman region is a place of stunning natural landscapes - lakes, mountains, rivers, native bush and beaches. The region is known for its relaxed lifestyle and year round dry and sunny days.  Find out more at https://www.nelsontasman.nz/

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 546 1274. 

As only one position description can be uploaded against a vacancy, please email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz to request a copy of the Registered Nurse - Maternity PD. 

For role specific information please contact Ashleigh Foord, Charge Midwife Manager on Ashleigh.Foord@nmdhb.govt.nz (Ashleigh is on leave until 1^st Feb.) 

Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this position. 

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

N23-088 

Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. 

Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.